Lavender Essential Oil Datasheet
Lavender essential oil is indicated for all skin types and can be used at any step in your skincare regimen.
PLANT PART
Flower Tops
AROMA
Floral, Fresh, Herbaceous, Sweet
NOTE
Middle
Essential Oil Datasheets
Essential Oil Datasheet | Lavender
Lavender – Lavandula angustifolia
Lavender is indicated for all skin types and can be used at any step in your skincare regimen. Lavender is beneficial for colds, flu, asthma, high blood pressure, and migraines.
Country of Origin:
Native to the Mediterranean area, and is grown all over Europe, mainly from France.
Extraction Method:
Steam Distillation
Botanical Family:
Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Chemical Families:
Monoterpenols, Esters
Precautions
- Do not use it if you have low blood pressure.
- Safe to use with children with moderation and in low dilution.
- Avoid during the 1st and 2nd trimester of pregnancy.
Therapeutic Properties
Lavender also has cytophylactic properties that promote rapid healing and reduces scarring. Lavender does an excellent job of balancing oil production in the skin and clearing blemishes, evens skin tone, and helps to hydrate dry skin.
| Analgesic | Antibacterial | Antibiotic |
| Anticonvulsive | Antidepressant | Antifungal |
| Antiseptic | Antispasmodic | Antiviral |
| Decongestant | Emmenagogue | Fungicidel |
| Stimulates Immune | Sedative | Airborne Antimicrobial |
| Anti-inflammatory | Antirheumatic | Cicatrisant |
| CNS Sedative | Healing | Deodorant |
| Tonic |
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
High Blood Pressure
Apply topically over pulse points and over the heart. It can also be taken internally in a capsule.
Digestive System
Digestive System
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Sleep Troubles
Apply topically on the bottoms of your feet before bedtime or add several drops to a diffuser to induce sleep.
Immune System
Immune System
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Sunburns and Scars
Apply topically on the area of concern to soothe and heal. Works great for all skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and scarring. It is also useful for wounds, ulcers, and insect bites.
Cuts and Blisters
Apply topically on the area of concern to cleanse, comfort and assist with healing.
Limbic System
Limbic System
Stress and Anxiety
Apply topically over the heart and on the back of the neck to calm and relax. Or, use aromatically and inhale from an inhaler or the palms of your hands.
Emotions
Use aromatically or topically to uplift and balance emotions.
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Muscular System
Muscular System
Pains and Sprains
Apply topically and massage into the area of discomfort. Works for inflammation of muscles and joints, muscle and connective tissue pain, spasms, tension, and vein conditions.
Nervous System
Nervous System
Focus and Concentration
Apply one drop topically along with vetiver essential oil or diffuse blend to uplift mood.
Headaches and Migraines
Apply topically to the back of the neck or temples. Or, diffuse essential oil and inhale aromatically.
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Allergies and Hay fever
Take internally with lemon and peppermint in a capsule to relieve symptoms. Or, use aromatically in the palms of your hands and inhale. Works well for treating bronchitis, colds, asthma, and whooping cough.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Urinary System
Safety
Lavender is non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing. Do not use during the first and second trimester of pregnancy.